Driver

Background

UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet.

UNDP invests in improving access to rights and services through strengthening effective, inclusive and accountable governing institutions, promoting a transparent, gender-sensitive and digitalized public administration with innovative solutions.  UNDP focuses on the advancement rule of law and access to justice and facilitates people’s meaningful participation – in particular, women and youth - in decision-making to promote equality and social cohesion at local level.

As the integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UNDP serves as the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development in the UN Development System.  UNDP’s policy work carried out at HQ, Regional and Country Office levels offers a spectrum of deep local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy.

Under the broader framework of the SDGs and in line with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), UNDP Guyana continues to deliver on its key strategic priorities within its Country Programme.  For the period 2022-2026, significantly impacting (i) Economic Resilience and shared prosperity, (ii) Safety and Security, (iii) Natural Resource Management and Resilience to Climate Change, (iv) Equality and Well-being.

This strategic approach by UNDP to Guyana’s to national development priorities aims to advance human development based on economic, social and gender inequalities; supporting effective governance and social protection; and enabling sustainable low-carbon trajectories (including climate change adaptation,) all supported by digital transformation and strengthened data.

The role of the Country Office Communications Unit is to adopt UNDP’s global communication strategy to a local context and the Country Office development priorities. Through the production of high-quality communication materials and innovative use of relevantly targeted communication channels (internal and external), the communications team works collaboratively to position UNDP as a leader in the development arena, promote visibility of UNDP programme outcomes/development results, mobilize support for Sustainable Development Goals in the country, and practice delivery as one UN.

Under the overall guidance of the Operations Coordinator and the immediate supervision of the Operations Assistant, the Driver provides reliable and safe driving services to UNDP officials, ensuring highest standards of discretion, integrity, responsibility, protocol, and security.  The Driver also demonstrates a client-oriented approach, courtesy, tact, and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. Upon request of the supervisor, the Driver will also provide driving services to Consultants, Experts and UN staff on mission.

This position will primarily support the functioning of the Programme and Operations teams and, the Office of the Resident Representative, from time to time. For the former, this could include but is not limited to field visits, dispatching of mail, collection of supplies, and bank visits. Particular emphasis is placed on safety, reliability, discretion, adherence to protocol and promoting representation.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

The driver will undertake the following key activities:

    Provision of reliable and secure driving services
    Proper use of vehicle
    Provision of clerical services, as appropriate
    Day-to-day maintenance and cleaning of the assigned vehicle
    Periodic checks of stand-by generator

1.)    Ensures provision of reliable, professional and safe driving services:
Example of Duties:    a) driving office vehicles for the transport of UNDP officials and visitors, delivery and collection of mail, documents, supplies and other items, and 
b) meeting official personnel and visitors at the airport, and 
c) supporting visa and customs arrangements when required.

2.)    Ensures cost-savings through proper use of vehicle:
Example of Duties:    through accurate maintenance of daily vehicle logs, and provision of inputs for preparation of the vehicle maintenance plans and reports.

3.)    Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle:
Example of Duties:    through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, timely oil changes, tyre-checks, brake pads changes, washing of vehicle and other related tasks.

4.)    Ensures proper day-to-day maintenance of the stand-by generator:
Example of Duties:    through timely minor repairs, arrangements for major repairs, and re-fueling as needed.

5.)    Ensures availability and proper maintenance of all the required documents/supplies 
Example of Duties:    including, but not limited to vehicle insurance, vehicle logs, map of the city/country, first aid kit, and necessary spare parts, in the assigned vehicle.

6.)    Ensures that all immediate actions required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accidents
Example of Duties:    as well as to ensure full compliance with implementation of all security measures for the passengers and the vehicle during all the trips regardless of the location, destination, and distance of travel.

7.)    Ensures clerical support
Example of Duties:    including supporting the processing of customs entries, relating to protocol requests, visa requests, maintaining inventory of stationery supplies, and dispensing stationery.

8.)    Maintains professional appearance
Example of Duties:    Including practicing good hygiene, maintaining professional appearance and clean and disinfect high touch surfaces of the vehicle regularly

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Not applicable.
Performs other duties, as required.
Domestic travel may be required on-occasion to Hinterland and remote locations.  International travel across neighbouring land borders may be required.
 

CompetenciesCoreAchieve Results:LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadlineThink Innovatively:LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements Learn Continuously:LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedbackAdapt with Agility:LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confidentEngage and Partner:LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationshipsEnable Diversity and Inclusion:LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination  Cross-Functional & Technical competencies (insert up to 7 competencies) Thematic AreaNameDefinitionAdministration & OperationsVehicle management

Required Skills and ExperienceMinimum Education requirements

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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